2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
